Summary
The Trump administration is under pressure to revoke a new rule from the Department of Veterans Affairs that could change how veterans' disability benefits are calculated. The proposed rule would base disability ratings on how veterans function with medication instead of their original disability. Due to strong objections, the rule will not be enforced, but many want it officially canceled.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration suggested a rule to change how veteran benefits are calculated.
- More than 18,500 veterans sent feedback against the rule.
- Veterans worried the rule would reduce their disability payments.
- VA Secretary Doug Collins said the rule won't be enforced after public criticism.
- The rule could affect evaluations during doctor exams, possibly lowering payments.
- Veterans fear it would penalize those taking medication for their conditions.
- Some lawmakers, like Senator Richard Blumenthal, want the rule permanently canceled.
- The VA currently pays about $150 billion yearly in disability benefits.
